Harper vs Justus

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harper

Girl #12 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"harp player, harper"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#12
Total SSA Count
7,370
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Harp

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Justus

Boy #1,814 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"just, righteous, upright"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

German Dutch English Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,814
Total SSA Count
90
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jus, Just

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Popularity Comparison

Harper Rank #12
Justus Rank #1,814

Harper is more popular, ranked #12 vs #1814 for Justus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Harper ___

  • Harper Rose
  • Harper Grace
  • Harper Elizabeth
  • Harper Mae
  • Harper Jane
  • Harper Claire

Justus ___

  • Justus Paul
  • Justus Luke
  • Justus Michael
  • Justus David
  • Justus Emmanuel
  • Justus Heinrich

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Harper

Oliver Theodore Sawyer Olivia Scarlett

If you choose Justus

Felix Augustin Theodora Perpetua Cornelius

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Harper or Justus more popular?

Harper is more popular, ranked #12 compared to Justus at #1814 in the United States.

What do Harper and Justus mean?

Harper means "harp player, harper" (Old English origin). Justus means "just, righteous, upright" (Latin origin).

Are Harper and Justus boy or girl names?

Harper is primarily a girl name. Justus is primarily a boy name.

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